01Jan
3rd Annual Polar Bear Plunge
Water sports
- Distance
- 2 Hours
- Start time
- 12:00
- Entry fee
- $7.18
3rd Annual Polar Bear Plunge
Riverbank,
California,
United States
51 days left
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3rd Annual Polar Bear Plunge
About the event
Dive into the heart of winter with the vibrant energy of the 3rd Annual Polar Bear Plunge on January 1, 2027. This chilly celebration welcomes participants and spectators alike to embrace the cold with laughter and camaraderie. Nestled in a picturesque waterfront setting, swimmers gather for an invigorating dip that promises to kickstart the new year with enthusiasm. The event features a festive atmosphere complete with hot beverages and warm blankets to help everyone thaw out after their daring plunge into icy waters. Whether you're a first-timer or returning for another round of frosty fun, this unique tradition offers a memorable start to January.
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Weather history
3-year monthly averages for January in Riverbank.
Temperature4.2° / 13.4°
Feels like1.0° / 10.8°
Sunshine hours6h 35m
Rainfall4.4 mm
Snowfall—
Wind9.2 km/h (Light breeze)
Humidity79.9%
Max UV indexLow (2.0)
Sweat lossLow
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise07:15
Sunset17:09
About Riverbank
Learn more about the host city, Riverbank.
Riverbank is a city in Stanislaus County, California, United States. The population was 24,865 at the 2020 census, up from 22,678 at the 2010 census. Incorporated on August 23, 1922, Riverbank's official slogan is "City of Action." It is part of the Modesto metropolitan area.
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